Besides the cashew soaking process, this Raw Cashew Cheese is a breeze to make! Simply blend the ingredients, shape it, and wait a few hours until your cheese is dense and ready to be spread. Add some extra flavor (and color) by coating your cheese in your favorite spices, red pepper, rosemary, and turmeric all add a gorgeous color and taste. Serve with crackers and wine for a classy and cruelty-free hors d’oeuvres.

Raw Spiced Cashew Cheese [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Calories

152

Serves

8

Cooking Time

10

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw cashews
  • Juice from 1/2 of 1 lemon
  • 1 probiotic capsule
  • 2 teaspoons apple pectin
  • Himalayan salt, to taste
  • 1/3 cup nutrition yeast
  • Spices of your choice
  • Coconut oil or olive oil

Preparation

  1. Soak cashews for at least 4 hours. When fully tender, remove water and rinse well.
  2. Add lemon juice, apple pectin, salt, nutritional yeast, and the contents of the probiotic capsule to the softened cashews. Blend very well in a food processor or blender until smooth and combined.
  3. Place the mixture in a well-greased bowl and smooth over the top. After about an hour, carefully remove the cheese from the bowl. It will still be a little soft.
  4. Roll the cheese well in your spices and leave it in the refrigerator for a few hours. Serve.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving Calories: 152 | Carbs: 9 g | Fat: 11 g | Protein: 6 g | Sodium: 10 g | Sugar: 2 g Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.


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Sophie Yotova

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A passionate culinary enthusiast and dedicated food blogger, Sophie believes that cooking is a unique type of art, which allows us to use our creativity and inspiration to create healthy and beautiful food that pleases the eye and takes care of our health. Sophie is a self-taught cook who uses her passion and adventurous spirit in the kitchen to create original healthy plant-based recipes and inspire her local community to cultivate healthy cooking and eating habits.

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